In a plot twist worthy of reality TV, Denise Richards and Aaron Phypers have filed for divorce after six tumultuous years, citing 'irreconcilable differences' that apparently didn’t include their finances.

The couple's split comes just three months after Richards, who makes a cool $250,000 monthly from her various ventures, declared she'd 'never' divorce Phypers. Yet, after Phypers reported zero income and filed for spousal support amidst their lavish $105,000 monthly lifestyle, it seems the only reality they can agree on is that marriage isn’t as profitable as it used to be.

The divorce filing by Aaron Phypers on July 7, 2025, in Los Angeles has certainly raised eyebrows among fans and followers alike. This move comes just days after their official date of separation, which Phypers has pegged as July 4, effectively suggesting that their union went out with a bang. And while fireworks may have marked the end of their marriage, one can’t help but wonder if the spark had fizzled long before that fateful day.

A closer look at the numbers paints a rather compelling picture. Despite Richards' impressive earnings, Phypers, who boasts a history of financial ventures, claims to have been pulling in zero dollars since closing his business last year. This sudden financial drought might explain why he's seeking spousal support from Richards—though one can’t help but chuckle at the irony of a man asking for financial assistance from his wife, especially when she’s raking it in from platforms like OnlyFans.

With monthly expenses clocking in at a staggering $105,000, it seems their lifestyle could rival that of a small country. Richards, who also juggles three children—two daughters from her previous marriage to Charlie Sheen and an adopted daughter—might need to consult an accountant, a financial planner, or perhaps a psychic to forecast the expenses of single parenthood ahead. After all, managing three kids while also managing a high-profile divorce could overwhelm even the most organized of parents.

Interestingly, Richards was very vocal about her commitment to her marriage in March 2025, just before the split. Statements like 'I will never divorce Aaron' now echo like some sort of matrimonial ghost haunting her current situation. It seems that while the couple may have been the stars of their own reality TV series, their off-screen lives were possibly scripted with a few more plot twists than they anticipated.

For those who tuned into 'Denise Richards & Her Wild Things', the irony of Phypers having helped Richards run her OnlyFans account doesn't escape scrutiny. One might imagine Phypers, prepped with an accounting degree he never uses, offering sage advice while strategizing their next viral post. The collaboration of spouse and OnlyFans certainly adds another layer to the narrative of their marriage, now unraveling in a fashion that seems all too familiar in the realm of reality TV.

The couple, who married in September 2018, have had their share of drama, including a near-miss in a road rage incident in November 2022—perhaps a foreshadowing of the turmoil now officially acknowledged in court papers. Formerly married to Nicollette Sheridan, Phypers may have learned a thing or two about managing relationships and finances, although whether he applied that knowledge effectively remains a subject of debate.

As couples navigate the rocky terrain of matrimonial bliss, Richards and Phypers serve as a reminder that even in high earnings, 'irreconcilable differences' can emerge with an alarming frequency. In an era where social media presences frequently dictate our realities, one can’t help but appreciate the irony that financial strain may have been the real third wheel in their union.

As the story further unfolds, fans are left to ponder what Richards will do next—especially when her monthly earnings from OnlyFans could theoretically cover Phypers’ spousal support with some budgetary wiggle room. Will she take to social media with a new line of entirely glittery-but-unpractically expensive products? Or perhaps launch a motivational video series on how to successfully navigate high-pressure relationships that seem quaintly like a game show gone wrong?

In the end, it appears that while love can be a beautiful thing, it sometimes dances an awkward tango with financial realities. So here’s to Denise Richards: may her next act be less about the drama of marriage, and more about the stability that comes from navigating a life full of her three children.